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Constant tiredness...!!

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Coskun
Coskun

Does IBS cause constant tiredness or tiredness is related to something else. Since I have had my Bell`s Palsy experience...I have lost my normal and usual energy...I feel my body is screaming at me through showing unrelenting symptoms of tiredness, As soon as I am on my feet my leg muscles start aching and I feel my head is getting very foggy and my eye- lids getting heavy too.. I just cannot keep my eyes open.....in some early hours of the morning I wake up wit a cold sweat and palpitations....and this has been going on for months like this. My GP has given me propranolol 10mg+diazepam 5mg. But I still get more tired and tired....!! I am in a real pickle again!!! Any suggestions??

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  • gwen1953
    gwen1953 Coskun

    Posted

    Tiredness can also be associated with Thyroid problems. I'm surprised your GP hasn't suggested a blood test.
    • Coskun
      Coskun gwen1953

      Posted

      I have had it done...and it came out ok.!! But I am still very tired...
  • donclaudio
    donclaudio Coskun

    Posted

    If you haven't had the appropriate blood panels..get them done..IMO the meds prescribed exerbate your condition.....and they cannot be stopped cold turkey. Has your bells palsey resolved? Claudio
    • Coskun
      Coskun donclaudio

      Posted

      What is "blood panels"?? My Bell`s Palsy has gone , but I still have problems with my left eye...it feels tired  and wants  to close. And I still have some off the centre lips  a slight skewness look!
    • donclaudio
      donclaudio Coskun

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      Blood panels that target your conditon..such as TSH (thyroid), liver enzymes etc.

      Those of us who have some tracking ability cannot suggest much because of the anti depressants...again, they excerbate your condition and you'll need help to terminate use....Very Happy to learn  most of the palsy has gone away...this I can suggest a thought.....  do as much "walking" as possible...looking straight ahead as well.Know this will be difficult with your lethargic condition  but its far better than medications.

       we have 3 bands of nerves along each side of our head behind the ear...one  is facial...the others are hearing and balance. a variety of reasons this nerve "acts up"......suggested exercise has had very good   success..Who diagnosed your bells palsy and what diagnostics..i.e. MRI w/contrast? And sooner than later, get an appointment with dr/s (2nd opinion if possible) regarding these anti depressants...

      Claudio

    • Coskun
      Coskun donclaudio

      Posted

      I  also have tinnitus...which is a hell in my head!! It affects my balance too. My Bell`s Palsy was diagnosed by my GP and the hospital staff. To get a second opinion..is also so confusing at the surgery that I was registered with...as they all seem to play a different tune none of which really helps.!! The referrals are  also difficult as the surgery is mainly saving money....they rather fob you off with various pills!! I need a neurologist to assess me properly..really speaking. I have a strong belief that there is a nerve damage or  a blood circulation problem...when one  is poor...there is not much one can do really...!! I notice that my veins in my hands, arms, neck and feet are bulging and getting so prominent!! They say it is normal as I am getting older...!!! It is so hard for me to finding the right course of action!!
    • donclaudio
      donclaudio Coskun

      Posted

      Unfortunately you are correct...once we reach a certain age its no longer remedy but a money policy. Your condition mimimi'sc an accoustic neuroma..and I suspect they know it....cure? one known method..the  cyber knife.

      If you haven't reached the "disposalble" age,...if you have..its "wait and watch or anti depressants....hoping to put one into the twilight zone.

      But us "disposables" have some heavenly  protection mechanisms....these neuromas that surface at our age "can" grow and recede...and since your bell palsey symptoms are waning...could be a neuroma receding? Of course a diagnosis is needed..MRI.

      There is a pretty good video from the el camino hosptial describing the cyber knife...if you have an interest...I'll find a link..the hosptial is in silicon valley where most of the big .com kahuna's park their bmw's, not yahoo or google...ex's use limos. Claudio

    • Coskun
      Coskun donclaudio

      Posted

      Even I show interest for your "cyber knife"...I live in Britain.
  • treborc
    treborc Coskun

    Posted

    The medication you take can cause most of what is wrong, so you need to tell your GP.  IBS  can make you feel bloated tired not well, but most of what your saying like waking up sweating, feeling tired foggy feeling, that sounds to me to be drug related.
    • Coskun
      Coskun treborc

      Posted

      I really do not know what is happening to my body and mind lately. If I had the money I would perhaps find someone on the private consultation but they are too expensive...and again  can one trust any of them...!! This fogginess started after my Bell`s Palsy and a lumber puncture...!!
    • treborc
      treborc Coskun

      Posted

      Your not  going to get anyone any better then the NHS in the UK, most of those who work in the private sector  will be working  for the NHS.

      I notice you say you have Tinnitus  again this would be  drug related, the medication you take can cause this.

       Blood issues well again  the medication your taking can affect your blood so yes it could be, nerve  damage I doubt it to be honest but the only way to know for sure is to ask for a second opinion.

      You do know you can ask for a second opinion and your GP would then send  you to another consultant for him to have a look, but to be honest you need to see your GP explain the issues he/she has to be your first port of call and if your GP is no good change them.

    • Coskun
      Coskun treborc

      Posted

      My tinnitus started a long time ago before what I have been going through today. I shall carry on fighting somehow.!! There is also a narrowing blood vessel behind  my ear and they think this is the cause of my pulsating tinnitus apart from the normal one. They suggested that I should go through what is called "Styloidectomy!"...which is scary and the result is not quite clear. So, I did not accept it. They would drill into my skull  and there is a possibility that more nerve damage can occur...!! I cannot win ..it seems at present!! It is so bad to live alone...no one to turn to when things are really bad!! I live 5 minute ride from Addenbrooke`s hospital. When in panic.....I go to the A&E  as a last resort...and they cannot help either.!! The panic usually happens at night.....I do not really feel happy nor confident to be able to sort these  awful persistent symptoms!!!
  • gillian50653
    gillian50653 Coskun

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    Until you get off the tranquilizers and beta blockers it will be impossible to tackle those symptoms head on, as they can be mimicked and aggravated by the drugs.

    How old are you? The symptoms coul just be menopausal and will resolve themselves wthout 'treatment' once you know they are normal and not some sinister sign of somethign malign.

    Finally, any sort of exclusion diet can cause mental disturbances if you become deficient esp in the B vits. Also coconut oil can cause all sorts of upsets in certain people and it can take ages for that penny to drop.

    Don't know if any of that helps?

    • Coskun
      Coskun gillian50653

      Posted

      I did not know that coconut oil can be a problem! I have been on drinking coconut milk and use coconut oil in my cooking!! This American (Turkish origin) Dr Mehmet Oz talks very highly of the coconut oil goodness.!!

      I am almost 75 and a male pensioner. I have been taking multi- vitamins regularly when I can. I have been taking tranquilizers to stop my panic attacks lately and also help me sleep better...I hope>>>!! My GP insist on reducing my HP first.so I keep taking blood pressure reducing tablets every day. Thank you for your reply. According to my GPs there is nothing sinister to worry about my  I do worry quite a bit.

    • treborc
      treborc Coskun

      Posted

      The only person you should be taking notice is your GP, he or she will know all about you we can only give you advice we thing will help.

      What your taking,  coconut oils or Milk ask your GP he'll tell you, keep on taking your medication do not stop it no matter who on here tells you.

      Just stopping any medication without advice from your doctor would be dangerous . If your worried about anything like diet or medication phone your GP make an appointment.

      You have been thought a lot and I think your body maybe tired and getting over a lot  and this may be the issue.

      Please  see your GP to make sure  for god sake do not take advice from anyone on these site without asking your GP first.

    • donclaudio
      donclaudio Coskun

      Posted

      Clarifications...there are two types of coconut oil...

      one: VCO (virgin coconut oil) this is unprocessed, not heated

      two: processed or refined...removes all of the good bioactive nutrients....

      From a 2004 biochem University study:

      VCO obtained by wet process has a beneficial effect in lowering lipid components compared to CO. It reduced total cholesterol, triglycerides, phospholipids, LDL, and VLDL cholesterol levels and increased HDL cholesterol in serum and tissues. The PF of virgin coconut oil was also found to be capable of preventing in vitro LDL oxidation with reduced carbonyl formation

      one other area:

      Weight and girth studies show a reduction vs and increase consuming VCO.

      btw...studies = primary sourced only

       claudio

    • Coskun
      Coskun treborc

      Posted

      I do rely on my GPs...have got no choice but getting nowhere with them either...!!So, I am out to  finding some help...if I can!! I do not know. Sometimes, one could stumble on something good with a bit of luck.

      I hope my English is clear..as I sometimes get myself into a little bit of bother...linguistically speaking!rolleyes!!

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